Who she is: In 1982, aged just 23, Elspeth Beard set off on a 35,000‑mile solo motorcycle journey around the world — riding a vintage 1974 BMW R60/6. What makes her legendary: She paved the way for a new era of women on two wheels, riding around the world at a time when motorcycle adventure wasn’t yet a well-trodden path. Her book Lone Rider has since become a touchstone for adventurers and dreamers everywhere — inspiring countless riders to chase their own journeys. Why her